Patient Care Tech: Hands-on Support & Comfort

HCA Florida Westside Hospital; Plantation (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental, vision, and prescription

Counseling services

Paid time off

Family leave

401(k) match

Education assistance

Fertility/family building support

Job summary

HCA Florida Westside Hospital is seeking a Patient Care Technician to support Registered Nurses, assist with vital signs, mobility, and personal care, and create a safe, welcoming environment for patients. You will help monitor conditions and carry out care plans in collaboration with the nursing team.

This role emphasizes empathy, teamwork, and attention to detail, with a CNA license preferred and BLS within 30 days. The hospital offers comprehensive benefits and a family-oriented culture.

Qualifications

• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification required within 30 days of start date.
• CNA license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with patient preparation, mobility, transfers, and comfort to support smooth care and recovery
• Providing non-medicated care such as dressing changes, skin protection, and use of supportive devices
• Keeping patient areas and common spaces clean, organized, and stocked to maintain safety and efficiency
• Managing supplies, equipment, and logs to support infection control and team readiness
• Communicating kindly with patients, families, and the care team to support safety and quality

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs monitoring

Mobility assistance

Team collaboration

Education

CNA certification preferred

Job description

HCA Florida Westside Hospital is seeking a Patient Care Technician to support Registered Nurses, assist with vital signs, mobility, and personal care, and create a safe, welcoming environment for patients. You will help monitor conditions and carry out care plans in collaboration with the nursing team.

This role emphasizes empathy, teamwork, and attention to detail, with a CNA license preferred and BLS within 30 days. The hospital offers comprehensive benefits and a family-oriented culture.